FIREARM IMPORT PERMITS

Complete the temporary firearm import permit application (SAP520)

NB: It is important to note that the form must be completed in black ink and must remain unsigned until the document is finalized in front of the police official issuing the actual permit at the airport.You will need:

Valid passport

Return Airline ticket

Letter of Invitation from your Hunting Outfitter's)

Proof of Ownership

Proof of export from country of origin

Important information:

The following firearms and ammunition will not be allowed to enter South Africa:

Any automatic or semi-automatic firearms,

More than one firearm per caliber per person,

More than 200 rounds of ammunition per person per firearm,

Any pistol or revolver. (Unless specified for hunting)

Reasons why your application will not be approved:

If you have any of the abovementioned firearms and/or ammunition,

If any of the supporting documents as required cannot be produced,

If you are less than 21 years of age

Your application for a temporary import permit will be refused and your firearms and ammunition will be confiscated and will only be handed back to you when you depart back to your country of residence.

Your firearms and ammunition will be physically inspected to ensure the serial numbers match those of the licenses and the application form. You will be asked to wait while your application is being processed - if you are not in the possession of an already issued temporary importation permit.

REMEMBER THE ISSUING OF THE TEMPORARY IMPORT PERMITS AT THE PORT OF ENTRY IS FREE OF CHARGE. DO NOT TIP OR PAY ANY SAPS OFFICER FOR THIS SERVICE.